Journal article
Regional Variation in Laparoscopy Use for Elective Colon Cancer Treatment in Canada: The Importance of Fellowship Training Sites
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Over the last decade, use of laparoscopy for the treatment of colon cancer has been variable despite evidence of benefit, possibly reflecting surgeon expertise rather than other factors.
OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to examine the spatial variation in the use of laparoscopy for colon cancer surgery and to determine what factors may influence use.
Authors
Logie K; Doumouras AG; Springer JE; Eskicioglu C; Hong D
Journal
Diseases of the Colon & Rectum, Vol. 64, No. 10, pp. 1232–1239
Publisher
Wolters Kluwer
Publication Date
October 2021
DOI
10.1097/dcr.0000000000002034
ISSN
0012-3706